4v1 on each end with a center mid in the middle. Set of four must make 3-5 passes and then play the ball to the center mid, who turns and plays into the other four.
Progression: Center mid lays the ball off to someone on the team that just had possession, and then they must switch the ball into the opposite square
Progression: Limit the number touches
Movement: players off the ball must move and create space to receive a pass.
Good first touch: in order for this to work, you must have good first touch out from your feet.
Center Mid: receive the ball with the upfield foot in order to be able to see where you want to play the ball quickly.
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